Once you consider adopting one, always remember that they require a loving family in a good home. It is essential that they be given full care and attention. When choosing a young puppy, never forget that you can only bring those that are prepared to be separated from their mother. Have them checked for feces by a vet for pinworms or other signs of illness. Having vaccines would ensure their safety in this early stage of life.
Golden Retriever adoption demands the ability to handle the responsibilities of being a good owner of good pets. To adapt a puppy or adult, head to your local animal shelter in your area or any humane society that advocates for animal welfare. You may want to find adoption services that you can browse online. Some agencies involved with dog adoption offer the dogs for a minimal fee or sometimes give them away. Regarding vaccinations, you may need to bear the cost and make sure these vaccinations are complete before you can take your new pet home.
Always remember that these dogs for adoption may have past abuse issues, so make sure you know their background; otherwise, watch and be kind in dealing with them, so the trauma can go away. You may notice that they will have a hard time feeling comfortable around people, so special attention should be paid. However, don’t expect young children to take on this responsibility, as this requires a full-time job.
In addition to being abused, some golden retrievers simply experienced neglect and some deprivation. People are different in their way of handling their dogs. When their adult dogs breed, they are sometimes unaware that they are fulfilling their duties of providing extra care for the puppies. The addition of pets can be considered a financial burden on the family. Others are not patient enough to deal with growing puppies, especially when they start chewing on things, ruining some furniture or plants.
Being so playful, they tend to be innocently destructive without realizing the mess they leave behind and make owners decide to give them away. Adopting a golden retriever is somewhat of a relief for troubled breeders who cannot afford all the expenses that come with raising new puppies. Train your puppies in advance by placing newspapers when they defecate on the ground.
Always give them rewards when they achieve a learned trick. Puppies, especially adopted ones, long to be cuddled. Notice when they appear to be scared, as some adopted dogs are not used to being carried by humans. Remind children that newly adopted dogs need all the understanding and affection to cope with their new owners. If avoidable, try not to scold or yell at the dog so that you can earn his trust.